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Noted Sports Injury Expert Gives Worrisome Update on Aaron Judge's Arm Problems

Entering play on Tuesday, the New York Yankees are 57-49 and in possession of the first wild card spot in the American League. However, that position is tenuous, as they are just 0.5 games ahead of the Seattle Mariners for that spot, and they are just 1.5 games away from being out of the playoffs entirely.

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Yankees Linked to Trade by ESPN That Could Seal World Series Contention

The MLB trade deadline is just a few days away and the New York Yankees are widely expected to be one of the most active teams in the league. Already, the team has pulled off one trade.

Nestor Cortes News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Yankees could reunite with former All-Star pitcher

The New York Yankees are looking to add a starting pitcher ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline, and they may have interest in bringing back one of their former All-Stars.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / July 29

Yankees Next Trade Could Be Marlins Pitcher

The New York Yankees are rapidly approaching the trade deadline with plenty of issues, but the stated priority is shoring up their pitching roster. With the deadline just two days away, Ely Sussman of Fish on First named the Yankees as a landing spot for Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara.

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29 active players knocked in 100 or more runs in a season more than once. How many of the 29 can you name in five minutes?

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Max Fried News / Field Level Media / July 29

Yankees turn to Max Fried in rematch vs. Rays

Max Fried is in the midst of his worst stretch in an otherwise solid first season of an eight-year contract with the New York Yankees. On Tuesday night, the Yankees hope to see the version of Fried they saw for most of the first three months when they continue a four-game series against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 29

Yankees Could Bring Back All-Star Pitcher

As the New York Yankees look to fill out their starting rotation ahead of the July 31 deadline, perhaps they could reunite with a former All-Star of theirs who's become a hot trade candidate of late.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 29

Yankees Starting to Spiral

The New York Yankees have lost their first game against the Tampa Bay Rays, and the despair in New York is mounting. The Yankees are five and a half games behind the Toronto Blue Jays for the division lead, and are now 11-19 against AL East teams.

DJ LeMahieu News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

When DJ LeMahieu could sign with new team

In his prime DJ LeMahieu was an incredibly valuable player, blending elite defense with impressive offensive production. But injuries and age have diminished the three-time All-Star and, in the middle of his seventh season with the New York Yankees, LeMahieu was designated for assignment.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger speaks up amid intensifying MLB trade deadline chatter

The New York Yankees are going to have to hold steady as they navigate the next few days without star right fielder Aaron Judge, who is currently on the 10-day injured list with a strained flexor in his right elbow.

Anthony Volpe News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Recent Report is Damning for Anthony Volpe

In the past week, the New York Yankees have added two starting-caliber position players. Ryan McMahon has had an immediate impact, and Amed Rosario’s versatility

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Photo of Aaron Judge, Luka Doncic draws attention online

Aaron Judge is a giant in the baseball world, but he is actually fairly average when it comes to basketball players. The New York Yankees slugger Judge met up on Monday at Yankee Stadium in New York, N.Y.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Which Former Yankee is Headed to the Hall of Fame Next?

Now that CC Sabathia is a first-ballot Hall of Famer, who might be the next Yankees enshrined in Cooperstown? Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones were the closest players to making the Hall this year who wore the pinstripes, but neither did so for very long.

Harrison Bader News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Trio of contenders have shown interest in Twins OF

The Twins seem to be pivoting to sell mode, at least in terms of guys who aren’t core pieces.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 28

Yankees trading for Rockies' Jake Bird would be a mistake

The New York Yankees still have multiple holes to fill in their roster before MLB’s July 31 trade deadline. One of those holes is in the bullpen.

Hype around Yankees prospect Spencer Jones creating unrealistic expectations

Could wheeler-dealer Yankees replace Anthony Volpe at shortstop?

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New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Why the Yankees Shouldn’t Trade Jasson Domínguez

MLB’s annual Trade Deadline is three days away and as it is every year, rumors are flying about pretty much any player you can think of. Jasson Domínguez, who was expected by many to be the Yankees’ everyday left fielder this season and in the Rookie of the Year conversation, has instead had an up-and-down campaign.

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New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / July 28

Rumor: Yankees Eyeing Reunion with Former Outfielder

According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, the New York Yankees are looking for right-handed hitting outfielders to add at the trade deadline. Among the names they’ve kicked the tires on is Harrison Bader of the Minnesota Twins, Olney reports.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Yankees’ Aaron Boone Provides Giancarlo Stanton Update After Aaron Judge Injury

The New York Yankees are one of the best teams in the AL, but the absence of Aaron Judge changes the equation. The 33-year-old is on the 10-day IL with a flexor strain in his right elbow, which puts the Yankees in a bind.

Clarke Schmidt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Clarke Schmidt gives injury update, timeline after Tommy John surgery

The New York Yankees entered the 2025 campaign with a compromised rotation. During spring training the team lost Cy Young winner Gerrit Cole to season-ending surgery and reigning Rookie of the Year Luis Gil was sidelined with a significant lat strain.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 28

Yankees Must Crush Rays

At the beginning of the 2025 season, the New York Yankees were all-but guaranteed to lead the AL East, with dominant showings through April and May. However, a June slump lost the Pinstripes' their lead, with the Toronto Blue Jays now leading the division.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 28

Could wheeler-dealer Yankees replace Anthony Volpe at shortstop?

The New York Yankees, who recently traded for infielders Ryan McMahon and Amed Rosario, are reportedly in the market for another infielder.

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Ryan McMahon 'looks great' as Yankees open 4-game set vs. Rays

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / July 28

Yankees Favorites to Land Dodgers Pitcher

The New York Yankees have yet to acquire a pitcher at this year's trade deadline, though that could change in short order. According to On SI's Pat Ragazzo, the Yankees have emerged as the early favorites to land Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Dustin May.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28

Braves add RHP Carlos Carrasco in deal with Yankees

The Atlanta Braves acquired veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco from the New York Yankees on Monday in exchange for cash considerations. Carrasco, 38, had been designated for assignment by the Yankees in May before accepting an assignment to remain with the organization and join the roster at Triple-A Scranton.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 28

Yankees Linked to Mets Outfield Trade

The New York Yankees side-stepped a worst case scenario with Aaron Judge's elbow injury, as the AL MVP frontrunner should return in early-mid August, but their recent performance has placed them in a tough spot when it comes to following through with their intended aggressive approach at the trade deadline.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / July 27

How the Yankees’ Newly Acquired Utilityman Fits into a Crowded Infield

Brian Cashman and the New York Yankees will take all the assistance they can get to end their latest slide. The club recently acquired infielder Amed Rosario prior to Thursday’s trade deadline.